“Petition for Exemption / Rulemaking under Section 333”

June 8, 2015

Petitioner’s Name: William Taek Lim

Address: 10472 San Andreas Dr, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91737

Phone: 909-239-2006

Email: pruwill@gmail.com

FAA Private License Number: 570610106

Ratings & Limitations: Single Engine Land, VFR

I’d like to be exempted from 14 CFR 11.81.

As a local Realtor here in Rancho Cucamonga California increasing numbers of the home sellers are 

demanding “Drone (UAS) Video Captures” to expose their listings to potential Home Searchers globally. 

To fulfill the increasing demands from the home sellers and buyers I’d William Taek Lim would like to be 

officially exempted to take the Aerial Photos & Videos using an UAS.

Please refer to below information for your evaluation.

 Regarding the Unmanned Aircraft System: 

1. I will be operating DJI Phantom 2+, which is designed for maximum safety to the 

Public, Airports and Air Traffic Controllers with No FLY Zones built in to the UAS, DJI 

Phantom Vision 2+ is an easy-to-set-up and ultimately simple-to-pilot UAS for aerial 

photos and video.

2. Safety Features - No FLY Zones: , DJI introduces a No Fly Zones feature to help users 

use this product safely and legally. These zones include airports worldwide and 

have been divided into two types, A and B. For a full explanation of the difference 

between the categories, see the following video. You can also view a full list of 

places included in each category in the list below. Click here to Watch Video

3. Safety Features – Auto Return-To-Home: If the Phantom 2 and its controller are 

disconnected during flight, the system’s failsafe protection will activate, 

automatically telling and if the signal is good enough, the Phantom 2 to return home 

and land automatically.

4. Safety Features – Precision Flight and Stable Hovering: An integrated GPS pilot 

system that offers position holding, altitude lock and stable hovering allows pilots to 

focus attention uninterrupted piloting ensuring maximum safety to the public.

5. Designs and Characteristics of UAS – DJI Phantom 2+: Operators Manual Attached

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6. Pre-Flight: below is UAS check list which will be performed prior to every flight for 

maximum safety. 

a. Remote Controller, smart battery, Range Extender and smartphone are fully 

charged.

b. Propellers are mounted correctly with no damages.

c. Gimbal clamp has been removed.

d. Damping absorbers are in good condition, not broken or worn.

e. Anti-drop kits have been mounted correctly.

f. Camera lens cap has been removed.

g. Micro-SD card has been inserted if necessary.

h. Gimbal is functioning as normal.

i. Motors can start and are functioning as normal.

j. DJI VISION App can connect to the camera.

7. Pre—Flight: Flight Environment Check List which will be performed prior to every 

flight for maximum safety.

a. Do not use the aircraft in severe weather conditions. These include wind speed 

exceeding category 4, snow, rain and smog.

b. Fly in open fields as high buildings or steel structures may affect the accuracy of 

the onboard compass.

c. Keep the Phantom away from obstacles, crowds, high voltage power lines, trees 

or bodies of water when in flight.

d. Reduce the chance of electromagnetic interference by not flying in areas with 

high levels of electromagnetism, including base stations or radio transmission 

towers.

e. The Phantom cannot operate within the polar areas.

f. Do not fly the aircraft within no-fly zones specified by laws and regulations.

8. Maintenance: Annual maintenance will be done by Authorized DJI dealers.

9. Repairs: Any repairs will be done by Authorized DJI dealers.

10. Transmitter Operating Frequency (RF):5.728 GHz – 5.85 GHz, in compliance with FCC 

regulation. Click Here to Verify

11. Range Extender Operating Frequency (RF): 2412-2462MHz, in compliance with FCC 

regulation. Click Here to Verify

 Regarding the Unmanned Aircraft PIC

1. Qualification of PIC: William Lim (petitioner) will be directly responsible for the 

operation of the UAS and the qualification is as below.

a. Air Man Certificate: FAA issued Private Pilot

b. Certificate ID: 570610106

c. Ratings and Certification: Airplane Single Engine land

d. Date Issued: 08-23-1994

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e. Total Flight Time: 320 Hours

f. Flight Experience with UAS: Approx. 200 Hours

g. Use of flight observer: An assistant (may not be licensed with FAA) will 

observe and warn PIC for possible crashes to any person and properties

during flights for maximum safety to public.

h. Medical Standards: PCI will carry Medical Examiner’s Current Certificate in 

accordance with FMCSR 49 CFR 391.41-391.49 during flights.

i.

 Regarding the Operation of the Unmanned Aircraft

1. Petitioner is a licensed Real Estate Broker and have had numerous request from his 

clients to provide aerial photos and videos, as to fulfill the needs to his clients petitioner 

Wiiliam Taek Lim will be operating the UAS for purpose of promoting Real Estate listings 

with main emphasis of Public Safety in mind.

2. Plans to implement operational borders, procedures to ensure public safety. 

i. Please see attached flight manual Page 25-32

3. Proposed Maximum Operating Speed: 15 MPH

4. Proposed Maximum Operating Altitude: 200 FT AGL

5. Proposed Minimum Flight Visibility: Within Visual Flight Rule (VFR) Condition and within 

Visual Line of Sight (VLOS)

6. Proposed Minimum distance from cloud: 500 FT below 

7. Potential Hazard & Safety Mitigation: 

i. Please see attached flight manual Page 27-32

8. Characteristics of Area of intended operations: UAS will not be operated within the 

proximity to airports and populated areas and only be operated within Visual Line of 

Sight to not create any hazard to users of national airspaces system or the public or pose 

a threat to national security to be incompliance with Section 333(b)(1)

9. The UAS will be flown as described on attached flight manual Page 30- 32

10. UAS will not be operated out of Visual Line of Sigh (VLOS) in accordance with Section 

333(b)(1)

11. The pilot in command of UAS will be responsible for determining whether that aircraft is 

in condition for safe flight. The pilot in command shall discontinue the flight when 

unairworthy mechanical, electrical, or structural conditions occur. (14CFR 91.7b)

Please contact me at 909-239-2006 or pruwill@gmail.com for any questions you may have.

Best regards,

William Teak Lim

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